Exercise machine

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

0001This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 16/038,586 filed Jul. 18, 2018, the disclosures of which are hereby incorporated by reference as if fully restated herein.

TECHNICAL FIELD

0002Exemplary embodiments of the present invention relate generally to exercise machines.

BACKGROUND AND SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

0003The use of free weights to perform exercises is well known. Generally speaking, free weight exercises involve the repeated movement of a weight through a given motion. The health benefits of weight lifting are well known. In recent years, some free weight exercises have been replaced by the use of exercise machines. These machines generally attempt to emulate the motion of various free weight exercises. These machines can sometimes be used to emulate multiple weight lifting exercises using a single, compact machine. Such machines can also offer greater safety benefits such as preventing improper movements and dropped weights.

0004One such known exercise machine is described in U.S. Pat. No. 7,666,124 B2, dated Feb. 23, 2010 (the “'124 patent”). Briefly summarized, the '124 patent provides an exercise machine comprising a moveable section connected to a frame such that the moveable section may be moved vertically along the frame and horizontally towards and away from the frame. In this way, the '124 patent may better emulate the natural movement of some free weight exercises, such as but not limited to, a bicep curl.

0005In recent years, functional weight lifting exercises have also increased in popularity. These exercises are intended to better emulate real world, practical uses of the muscles by engaging multiple muscle groups when performing an exercise instead of isolating a particular muscle group. One might compare a bicep curl, which is intended to engage the bicep, with a chin-up, which engages the biceps, shoulders, and back muscles, among others. There is a desire to incorporate additional exercises, such as but not limited to functional exercises, with known exercise machines. However, such functional exercises generally require freedom of movement in multiple directions, which is not provided by many exercise machines. Even a traditionally isolating exercise, such as the bicep circle, when performed with free weights engages more functional muscles like those secondary muscles used to steady the weight. Traditional weight machines limit freedom of movement so as to not engage these secondary muscles. Therefore, what is needed is an exercise machine that emulates natural movements and increases freedom of movement for certain exercises in a compact machine.

0006What is provided is an exercise machine that emulates natural movements and increases freedom of movement for certain exercises in a compact machine. A frame may comprise a base section. A first and second vertical member may be attached to the base section and spaced apart from one another. A horizontal member may extend between the first and second vertical members. A moveable section may be mounted to the first and second vertical members and be configured for vertical movement along the same. The moveable section may likewise be configured for horizontal movement towards or away from the first and second vertical members. The moveable section may be connected to a resistance device to provide resistance.

0007The moveable section may be connected to the resistance device by way of a series of pulleys and cables. The pulleys and cables may be arranged and configured to provide two-way resistance (i.e., vertically upwards and vertically downwards) on the moveable section. The pulleys may be arranged in an alternating, horizontal stack arrangement so as to maintain tension on the moveable section.

0008A third and fourth vertical member may be attached to the base section and spaced apart from one another. The third and fourth vertical members may be placed closer to the user than the first and second vertical member though such is not required. A first and second functional device may be attached to each of the third and fourth vertical members, respectively. In exemplary embodiments, the first and second functional device may be a cable pulley device. The first and second functional device may also be connected to a resistance device to provide resistance.

0009The moveable section may comprise a first and second attachment point. The cable from the first and second functional device may be selectively attached to the first and second attachment point to increase the resistance on the moveable section.

0010A bracket may be attached to the base section. The bracket may be configured to mate with additional equipment, such as but not limited to, a bench.

0011An exercise bar may extend between the third and fourth vertical members. The exercise bar may be a chin up bar, dip bar, pull up bar, or the like.

0012Further features and advantages of the devices and systems disclosed herein, as well as the structure and operation of various aspects of the present disclosure, are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying figures.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

0013In addition to the features mentioned above, other aspects of the present invention will be readily apparent from the following descriptions of the drawings and exemplary embodiments, wherein like reference numerals across the several views refer to identical or equivalent features, and wherein:

0014<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b>A</figref> is a front perspective view of an exemplary exercise machine in accordance with the present invention also indicating Detail A;

0015<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b>B</figref> is a front perspective view of the exercise machine of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref> with one of the vertical members not illustrated so as to reveal additional components;

0016<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b>C</figref> is a detailed top perspective view of the exercise machine of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref> with one of the vertical members not illustrated so as to reveal additional components;

0017<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>2</b></figref> is a detailed perspective view of Detail A of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref>;

0018<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>3</b></figref> is a front view of the exercise machine of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref>;

0019<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>4</b></figref> is a rear view of the exercise machine of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref>, also indicating Detail B;

0020<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>5</b>A</figref> is a detailed rear view of Detail B of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>4</b></figref>;

0021<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>5</b>B</figref> is a left-side perspective view of the device of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref> with certain components not illustrated so as to reveal additional components;

0022<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>5</b>C</figref> is a right-side perspective view of the device of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref> with certain components not illustrated so as to reveal additional components;

0023<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>6</b></figref> is a top view of the exercise machine of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref>;

0024<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>7</b></figref> is a bottom view of the exercise machine of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref>;

0025<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>8</b></figref> is a right-side view of the exercise machine of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref>;

0026<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>9</b></figref> is a left-side view of the exercise machine of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref>;

0027<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>10</b>A</figref> is a front perspective view of the exercise machine of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref> with an additional bracket;

0028<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>10</b>B</figref> is a front perspective view of the exercise machine of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>10</b></figref> illustrated with additional exercise equipment;

0029<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>11</b></figref> is a front perspective view of another exemplary embodiment of the exercise machine;

0030<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>12</b></figref> is a rear perspective view of the exercise machine of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>11</b></figref>; and

0031<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>13</b></figref> is a right-side view of the exercise machine of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>11</b></figref>.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENT(S)

0032Various embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the following description, specific details such as detailed configuration and components are merely provided to assist the overall understanding of these embodiments of the present invention. Therefore, it should be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes and modifications of the embodiments described herein can be made without departing from the scope and spirit of the present invention. In addition, descriptions of well-known functions and constructions are omitted for clarity and conciseness.

0033Embodiments of the invention are described herein with reference to illustrations of idealized embodiments (and intermediate structures) of the invention. As such, variations from the shapes of the illustrations as a result, for example, of manufacturing techniques and/or tolerances, are to be expected. Thus, embodiments of the invention should not be construed as limited to the particular shapes of regions illustrated herein but are to include deviations in shapes that result, for example, from manufacturing.

0034Similar features may be numbered similarly herein but with the addition of an alphanumerical designation (e.g., <b>70</b><i>a</i>, <b>70</b><i>b</i>, <b>70</b><i>c</i>, etc.). The base callout number may be used to refer to one or more of the alphanumerically designated items (e.g., item <b>70</b> may refer to one or more of <b>70</b><i>a</i>, <b>70</b><i>b</i>, <b>70</b><i>c</i>, etc.).

0035<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b>A</figref> is a front perspective view of an exemplary exercise machine <b>10</b> in accordance with the present invention also indicating Detail A. The exercise machine <b>10</b> may have a front side which faces an intended user and a rear side which faces away from an intended user. The exercise machine <b>10</b> may comprise a base section <b>12</b>. The base section <b>12</b> may comprise a first base member <b>13</b> and a second base member <b>14</b>. The first and second base members <b>13</b> and <b>14</b> may be spaced apart and located substantially parallel to one another. Alternatively, the first and second base member <b>13</b> and <b>14</b> may be located at an angle. For example, without limitation, this arrangement may facilitate placement of the exercise machine <b>10</b> in a corner. A third base member <b>16</b> may extend between the first base member <b>13</b> and the second base member <b>14</b>. The first, second, and third base members <b>13</b>, <b>14</b>, and <b>16</b> may form a substantially “H” shape. In other exemplary embodiments, the first and second base member <b>13</b> and <b>14</b> may be located at an angle to form a substantially “V” shape. In such embodiments, the third base member <b>16</b> may extend between the first and second base members <b>13</b> and <b>14</b> to form a substantially “A” or triangular shape.

0036A first and second vertical member <b>18</b> and <b>20</b> may extend vertically from the base section <b>12</b>. In exemplary embodiments, the first and second vertical members <b>18</b> and <b>20</b> may extend from the third base member <b>16</b>, though such is not required. The first and second vertical members <b>18</b> and <b>20</b> may be spaced apart from one another and extend substantially parallel to one another. An upper member <b>22</b> may extend between the first and second vertical members <b>18</b> and <b>20</b>.

0037<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b>B</figref> is a front perspective view of the exercise machine <b>10</b> with the first vertical member <b>18</b> not illustrated so as to reveal a counterweight <b>19</b> which is located within the first vertical member <b>18</b>. <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b>C</figref> is a top perspective view of the exercise machine <b>10</b> with the first vertical member <b>18</b> not illustrated so as to reveal how the counterweight <b>19</b> is connected to the moveable section <b>24</b>. The counterweight <b>19</b> may be attached to the moveable section <b>24</b> by way of a first cable <b>72</b>. In exemplary embodiments, the first cable <b>72</b> may extend vertically from the counterweight <b>19</b>, through one or more counterweight pulleys <b>80</b> to a first sliding device <b>32</b>. The first sliding device <b>32</b> may be mounted, bonded, or otherwise attached to the moveable section <b>24</b>. Preferably, the counterweight pulley <b>80</b> is located on the upper member <b>22</b> such that the first cable <b>72</b> may extend vertically from the counterweight <b>19</b>, though the counterweight pulley <b>80</b> and then vertically downward to the first sliding device <b>32</b>. The first cable <b>72</b> may terminate at a second cable termination device <b>78</b> which may be mounted, bonded, or otherwise attached to a first sliding device <b>32</b>.

0038A similar or identical arrangement may be provided with a second counterweight <b>19</b> located in the second vertical member <b>20</b> and connected to the second sliding device <b>34</b>.

0039A moveable section <b>24</b> may be mounted to the first and second vertical members <b>18</b> and <b>20</b>. In exemplary embodiments, the movable section <b>24</b> may be configured to be moved vertically along the first and second vertical members <b>18</b> and <b>20</b>. The moveable section <b>24</b> may be further configured to move horizontally towards or away from an intended user.

0040A third and fourth vertical member <b>26</b> and <b>27</b> may extend vertically from the base section <b>12</b>. In exemplary embodiments, the third vertical member <b>26</b> may extend from the first base member <b>13</b> and the fourth vertical member <b>27</b> may extend from the second base member <b>14</b>, though such is not required. The third and fourth vertical members <b>26</b> and <b>27</b> may be spaced apart from one another and extend substantially parallel to one another.

0041A first and second upper bracket <b>28</b> and <b>30</b> may be located on either end of the upper member <b>22</b>. The first and second upper bracket <b>28</b> and <b>30</b> may extend substantially perpendicular to the upper member <b>22</b> such that the upper member <b>22</b>, the first upper bracket <b>28</b>, and the second upper bracket <b>30</b> form a substantially “H” shape. Stated another way, the first and second upper bracket <b>28</b> and <b>30</b> may extend in substantially the same direction as the first and second base member <b>13</b> and <b>14</b>, respectively. The first and second upper bracket <b>28</b> and <b>30</b> may comprise an inner and outer plate which sandwiches a series of pulleys and cables for operating the exercise machine <b>10</b>. In other exemplary embodiments, the first and second upper brackets <b>28</b> and <b>30</b> may alternatively or additionally be configured to provide structural support and rigidity to the exercise machine <b>10</b>. Pulleys located between the first and second upper brackets <b>28</b> and <b>30</b> may not be required. Some or all of the pulleys may instead by located on the upper member <b>22</b> and/or another upper frame member.

0042An exercise bar <b>62</b> may extend between the first and second upper bracket <b>28</b> and <b>30</b>. The exercise bar <b>62</b> may be a chin up bar, dip bar, pull up bar, or the like. The exercise bar <b>62</b> may comprise one or more bends and/or a texturized surface configured to provide various hand grip locations for the user.

0043The third and fourth vertical member <b>26</b> and <b>27</b> may extend upwards to the first and second upper bracket <b>28</b> and <b>30</b>, respectively. The third and fourth vertical members <b>26</b> and <b>27</b> may be configured to accommodate functional training devices <b>31</b>. In exemplary embodiments, the functional weight training devices <b>31</b> are configured to be moved vertically along the third and fourth vertical members <b>26</b> and <b>27</b> and be selectively secured in various vertical positions. In exemplary embodiments, the functional training devices <b>31</b> are cable pull devices which comprise a cable and one or more attachment devices configured to receive one or more attachments. For example, without limitation, the functional training devices <b>31</b> may comprise a first and second pulley, a cable extending between said first and second pulleys, and a carabiner located on a distal end of said cable, wherein the carabiner is configured to receive one or more hand grips. This may permit for the integration of the functional training devices <b>31</b> with the single, compact exercise machine <b>10</b>.

0044<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>2</b></figref> is a detailed perspective view of Detail A of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref>. The moveable section <b>24</b> is illustrated in greater detail. The moveable section <b>24</b> may comprise a first and second sliding device <b>32</b> and <b>34</b>. The first and second sliding device <b>32</b> and <b>34</b> may be mounted to the first and second vertical members <b>18</b> and <b>20</b>, respectively. The first and second sliding device <b>32</b> and <b>34</b> may be configured to permit vertical movement of the movable section <b>24</b> along the first and second vertical members <b>18</b> and <b>20</b>. In exemplary embodiments, the first and second sliding device <b>32</b> and <b>34</b> may comprise linear bearings to facilitate said vertical movement. In other exemplary embodiments, the first and second sliding device <b>32</b> and <b>34</b> may comprise wheels, bushings, rollers, or the like.

0045The moveable section <b>24</b> may further comprise a first and second tube <b>36</b> and <b>38</b> attached to the first and second sliding devices <b>32</b> and <b>34</b>, respectively. The first and second tube <b>36</b> and <b>38</b> may be configured to receive a first and second horizontal bar <b>40</b> and <b>42</b>, respectively. The first and second tube <b>36</b> and <b>38</b> may be configured to receive the first and second horizontal bars <b>40</b> and <b>42</b> in a sliding arrangement such that the first and second horizontal bars <b>40</b> and <b>42</b> may be moved horizontally towards or away from the center of the exercise machine <b>10</b>. Stated another way, the first and second tube <b>36</b> and <b>38</b> may be configured to receive the first and second horizontal bars <b>40</b> and <b>42</b> in a sliding arrangement such that the first and second horizontal bars <b>40</b> and <b>42</b> may be moved horizontally towards or away from the intended user of the exercise machine <b>10</b>. A stopper device <b>48</b> may be located on the distal end of each of the first and second horizontal bars <b>40</b> and <b>42</b>. The stopper device <b>48</b> may be sized such that it is prevented from entering the first and second tube <b>36</b> and <b>38</b>. In this way, the horizontal movement of the moveable section <b>24</b> may be limited. This may also prevent the first and second horizontal bars <b>40</b> and <b>42</b> from being removed from the first and second tubes <b>36</b> and <b>38</b>.

0046A front bar <b>44</b> may be connected between the first and second horizontal bars <b>40</b> and <b>42</b> on the front side of the exercise machine <b>10</b>. In other exemplary embodiments, a first and second handle may be attached to the first and second horizontal bars <b>40</b> and <b>42</b>, respectively. The first and second handles may be used in addition to the front bar <b>44</b> or instead of the front bar <b>44</b>.

0047The front bar <b>44</b> may extend beyond the first and second horizontal bars <b>40</b> and <b>42</b>, though such is not required. The front bar <b>44</b> may be configured to accommodate various user grips and may be texturized to facilitate a user gripping the front bar <b>44</b>. The front bar <b>44</b> may also limit horizontal movement of the moveable section <b>24</b>. A first and second attachment device <b>50</b> may be located on either end of the front bar <b>44</b>. In exemplary embodiments, the first and second attachment devices <b>50</b> and <b>52</b> may be located on portions of the front bar <b>44</b> that extend beyond the first and second horizontal bars <b>40</b> and <b>42</b>. The first and second attachment devices <b>50</b> and <b>52</b> may be configured to be attached to the functional training devices <b>31</b>. In this way, the resistance on the moveable section <b>24</b> may be increased.

0048One or more securing devices <b>54</b> may be located on the moveable section <b>24</b>. The securing devices <b>54</b> may be configured to selectively secure the horizontal position of the front bar <b>44</b>. In exemplary embodiments, the securing devices <b>54</b> are located on the first and second tubes <b>36</b> and <b>38</b>, respectively. The securing devices <b>54</b> may be configured to frictionally engage the first and second horizontal bars <b>40</b> and <b>42</b>.

0049A rear bar <b>46</b> may extend between the first and second tubes <b>36</b> and <b>38</b> and may be located behind the first and second sliding devices <b>32</b> and <b>34</b>. The rear bar <b>46</b> may also limit horizontal movement of the moveable section <b>24</b>.

0050<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>3</b></figref> is a front view of the exercise machine <b>10</b> of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref>. A resistance device <b>58</b> may be located near the center of the exercise machine <b>10</b>, although any location is contemplated. The resistance device <b>58</b> may be a weight stack, weight plates (such as, without limitation, Olympic, or standard weight plates), an electric motor, a friction imparting mechanism, or the like.

0051In exemplary embodiments, the resistance device <b>58</b> may extend vertically from the third base member <b>16</b> towards the upper member <b>22</b>. In exemplary embodiments, the resistance device <b>58</b> may be partially or wholly surrounded by a shroud <b>60</b>, though such is not required.

0052<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>4</b></figref> is a rear view of the exercise machine <b>10</b> of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref>, also indicating Detail B. A cable tensioning device <b>66</b> may be located on a fifth vertical member <b>64</b>. In exemplary embodiments, the cable tensioning device <b>66</b> is located on the rear side of the exercise machine <b>10</b>. The fifth vertical member may extend from the third base member <b>16</b> to the upper member <b>22</b>. The cable tensioning device <b>66</b> may be configured for vertical movement along the fifth vertical member <b>64</b>. The cable tensioning device <b>66</b> may be configured to provide two-way resistance to the moveable section <b>24</b>. The cable tensioning device <b>66</b> may be configured to keep tension on a second cable <b>76</b>, which connects the movable section <b>24</b> and/or the functional training devices <b>31</b> to the resistance device <b>58</b>.

0053For example, without limitation, the cable tensioning device <b>66</b> may be configured to provide resistance, by way of the resistance device <b>58</b>, against upward and downward movement of the moveable section <b>24</b>. In this way, the moveable section <b>24</b> may be set to a low position and raised against a resistance set on the resistance device <b>58</b>, or likewise may be set to a high position and lowered against a resistance set on the resistance device <b>58</b>.

0054As a further example, again without limitation, the cable tensioning device <b>66</b> may be configured to provide resistance, by way of the resistance device <b>58</b>, against upward, downward, horizontal, or otherwise outward movement of the functional training devices <b>31</b>. In this way, one or more of the functional training devices <b>31</b> may be set to a low position and raised against a resistance set on the resistance device <b>58</b>, or likewise may be set to a middle position and moved outward against a resistance set on the resistance device <b>58</b>. These are merely exemplary uses of the exercise machine <b>10</b> and are not intended to be limiting.

0055<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>5</b>A</figref> is a detailed rear view of Detail B of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>4</b></figref>. The cable tensioning device <b>66</b> may comprise a plate <b>68</b> configured to receive one or more pulleys <b>70</b>. In exemplary embodiments, the pulleys <b>70</b> may be arranged in an alternating, horizontal stacked arrangement. For example, without limitation, from left to right the pulleys <b>70</b> may be arranged in a 2-1-2-1 arrangement.

0056The second cable <b>76</b>, which may be attached to the resistance device <b>58</b>, may originate at a first cable termination device <b>74</b> located on the plate <b>68</b>. The second cable <b>76</b> may extend from the first cable termination device <b>74</b> and engage the bottom surface of a first pulley <b>70</b><i>a </i>located near the upper left side of the plate <b>68</b>. The second cable <b>76</b> may then engage the top surface of a second pulley <b>70</b><i>b </i>located in the approximate center of the plate <b>68</b>, the bottom surface of a third pulley <b>70</b><i>c </i>located near the top right side of the plate <b>68</b>, the right-side surface of a fourth pulley <b>70</b><i>d </i>located near the right side of the plate <b>68</b>, the top surface of a fifth pulley <b>70</b><i>e </i>located near the lower right corner of the plate <b>58</b>, the bottom surface of the second pulley <b>70</b><i>b</i>, and the top surface of a sixth pulley <b>70</b><i>f </i>located near the lower left corner of the plate <b>68</b>.

0057<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>5</b>B</figref> is a left-side perspective view of the device <b>10</b> with certain components not illustrated so as to reveal additional components. The second cable <b>76</b> may extend from the sixth pulley <b>70</b><i>f </i>vertically downward. The second cable <b>76</b> may then engage a seventh pulley <b>70</b><i>g </i>and travel horizontally and engage an eighth pulley <b>70</b><i>h</i>. The second cable <b>76</b> may travel vertically upwards and engage a ninth pulley <b>70</b><i>i</i>. The second cable <b>76</b> may then travel vertically downwards until it engages a tenth pulley <b>80</b><i>j </i>and then travel vertically upwards again until engaging an eleventh pulley <b>70</b><i>k</i>. The cable then may travel horizontally, in exemplary embodiments along the upper member <b>22</b>, until engaging a twelfth pulley <b>70</b>I. The second cable <b>76</b> may then travel vertically downwards until engaging a thirtieth pulley <b>70</b><i>m</i>, which in exemplary embodiments is attached to the resistance device <b>58</b>.

0058In exemplary embodiments the seventh pulley <b>70</b><i>g </i>is located on the third base member <b>16</b>. The eighth pulley <b>70</b><i>h </i>may be located on the third base member <b>16</b> or the second base member <b>14</b>. The ninth pulley <b>70</b><i>i </i>may be located on the second upper bracket <b>30</b>. The tenth pulley <b>70</b><i>j </i>may be located on or suspended from the second upper bracket <b>30</b>. The eleventh pulley <b>70</b><i>k </i>may be located on the second upper bracket <b>30</b> or the upper member <b>22</b>. The twelfth pulley <b>70</b>I may be located on the upper member <b>22</b>, and in exemplary embodiments is directly above the resistance device <b>58</b>.

0059A third cable <b>75</b> may extend from the functional training device <b>31</b> located on the fourth vertical member <b>27</b>. The third cable <b>75</b> may comprise a stopper, such as but not limited to, a ball or carabiner placed on or near the end of the third cable <b>75</b> configured to prevent the end of the third cable <b>75</b> from traveling beyond the functional training device <b>31</b>. This stopper may serve as a cable termination device. The third cable <b>75</b> may travel vertically upward and engage a first functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>a</i>. The third cable <b>75</b> may then travel horizontally before engaging a second functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>b </i>and traveling vertically downward to a third functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>c</i>. The third cable <b>75</b> may then travel vertically upwards, in exemplary embodiments at an angle, and engage a fourth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>d</i>. In exemplary embodiments, the fourth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>d </i>may be attached to the tenth pulley <b>70</b><i>j</i>. This arrangement may provide a connection between the functional training device <b>31</b> to the resistance device <b>58</b>.

0060The third cable <b>75</b> may then travel vertically downwards, in exemplary embodiments at an angle, and engage a fifth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>e</i>. The third cable <b>75</b> may then travel vertically upwards and terminate at a third cable termination device <b>79</b> located on the functional training device <b>31</b>. This arrangement may permit the vertical adjustment of the functional training device <b>31</b> along the fourth vertical member <b>27</b> while maintaining resistance on the third cable <b>75</b>.

0061A similar or identical arrangement may be provided with regards to the functional training device <b>31</b> located on the third vertical member <b>26</b>. The equivalent right side fourth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>f </i>(similar to the fourth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>d </i>located on the opposite side of the device <b>10</b>) may be connected to the sixteenth pulley <b>70</b><i>o</i>. This arrangement may provide a connection between the functional training device <b>31</b> located on the third vertical member <b>26</b> to the resistance device <b>58</b>. This arrangement may also permit the vertical adjustment of the functional training device <b>31</b> along the third vertical member <b>26</b> while maintaining resistance on the equitant right side third cable <b>75</b><i>a. </i>

0062<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>5</b>C</figref> is a right-side perspective view of the device <b>10</b> with certain components not illustrated so as to reveal additional components. The second cable <b>76</b> may then travel vertically upwards and engage a fourteenth pulley <b>70</b><i>m</i>. The second cable <b>76</b> may then travel horizontally, in exemplary embodiments along the upper member <b>22</b>, until engaging a fifteenth pulley <b>70</b><i>n</i>. The second cable <b>76</b> may then travel vertically downwards until it engages a sixteenth pulley <b>70</b><i>o </i>and then travel vertically upwards again until engaging a seventeenth pulley <b>70</b><i>p</i>. The second cable <b>76</b> may then engage an eighteenth pulley <b>70</b><i>q</i>, which permits the cable to travel horizontally towards center of the device <b>10</b> until engaging a ninetieth pulley <b>70</b><i>r</i>, which permits the second cable <b>76</b> to travel vertically downwards until engaging the second cable termination device <b>78</b> located on the plate <b>68</b>.

0063In exemplary embodiments, the fourteenth pulley <b>70</b><i>m </i>may be located on the upper member <b>22</b>. The fifteenth pulley <b>70</b><i>n </i>may be located on the upper member <b>22</b> or the first upper bracket <b>28</b>. The sixteenth pulley <b>70</b><i>o </i>may be suspended from the first upper bracket <b>28</b>. The seventeenth pulley <b>70</b><i>p </i>and the eighteenth pulley <b>70</b><i>q </i>may be located on the first upper bracket <b>28</b>. The nineteenth pulley <b>70</b><i>r </i>may be mounted, bonded, or otherwise attached to the upper member <b>22</b>, and in exemplary embodiments is directly above the cable tensioning device <b>66</b>.

0064The aforementioned arrangement of the pulleys <b>70</b> may keep tension on the cables connecting the resistance device <b>58</b> to the moveable section <b>24</b> such that two-way resistance (i.e., upward and downward) may be provided and that outwards resistance may be provided to the functional training device <b>31</b>. However, the number and arrangement of the pulleys <b>70</b> is merely exemplary and is not intended to be limiting.

0065In other exemplary embodiments, the second cable <b>76</b> may comprise a first and second part <b>76</b><i>a </i>and <b>76</b><i>b</i>. The first part <b>76</b><i>a </i>and the second part <b>76</b><i>b </i>may follow the same or a similar configuration as described. However, each may terminate or originate at the resistance device <b>58</b>. In this way, one-way resistance on the moveable section <b>24</b> may be provided. The one-way resistance may be provided in either the vertically upwards or vertically downwards direction. It is contemplated that the second cable <b>76</b> may be divided into any number of parts, which may extend from, originate at, or terminate at various points such as, but not limited to, the moveable section <b>24</b> and/or the functional training devices <b>31</b>.

0066<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>6</b></figref> is a top view of the exercise machine <b>10</b> of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref> and <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>7</b></figref> is a bottom view of the exercise machine <b>10</b> of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref>. Various additional pulleys may be utilized to connect the resistance device <b>58</b> to the moveable section <b>24</b> by way of the second cable <b>76</b> as well as the functional training devices <b>31</b>.

0067<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>8</b></figref> is a right-side view of the exercise machine <b>10</b> of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref> and <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>9</b></figref> is a left-side view of the exercise machine <b>10</b> of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>1</b></figref>. The functional training devices <b>31</b> may comprise one or more positioning devices <b>33</b> configured to selectively secure the functional training devices <b>31</b> at locations along the third and fourth vertical members <b>26</b> and <b>27</b>. In exemplary embodiments, the positioning devices <b>33</b> may be pins configured to be secured within apertures located on the third and fourth vertical members <b>26</b> and <b>27</b>.

0068<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>10</b>A</figref> and <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>10</b>B</figref> are front perspective views illustrating a bracket <b>86</b>. The bracket <b>86</b> may be configured to accept additional exercise equipment <b>88</b>. The additional exercise equipment <b>88</b> may include, but is not limited to, a bench, box, rowing device, chain, or the like.

0069It is notable that the vertical travel of the cables described herein may be upward or downward, even when particularly described in one such direction. Likewise, the horizontal travel of the cables described herein may be from left to right or from right to left, even when particularly described in one such direction. Additionally, the vertical and horizontal travel of the cables described herein may be at an angle.

0070<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>11</b></figref> is a front perspective view of another exemplary embodiment of the exercise machine <b>10</b>. The front bar <b>44</b> may comprise an anodized plating. In exemplary embodiments, the front bar <b>44</b> may be comprised of a metal, such as aluminum.

0071<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>12</b></figref> is a rear perspective view of the exercise machine <b>10</b> of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>11</b></figref>. The exercise machine <b>10</b> may further comprise a fifth vertical member <b>25</b> and a sixth vertical member <b>29</b>. The fifth vertical member <b>25</b> may extend from first base member <b>13</b> to the first upper bracket <b>28</b>. The sixth vertical member <b>29</b> may extend from the second base member <b>14</b> to the second upper bracket <b>30</b>.

0072In exemplary embodiments, the fifth and sixth vertical members <b>25</b> and <b>29</b> may be spaced apart and extend substantially parallel to one another. The fifth and sixth vertical members <b>25</b> and <b>29</b> may extend substantially perpendicularly from the first and second base member <b>13</b> and <b>14</b>, respectively, though such is not required. In exemplary embodiments, the fifth and sixth vertical members <b>25</b> and <b>29</b> may be located behind the third and fourth base members <b>26</b> and <b>27</b>, respectively. The fifth and sixth vertical members <b>25</b> and <b>29</b> may extend substantially parallel with the third and fourth base members <b>26</b> and <b>27</b>, though such is not required.

0073The fifth and sixth vertical members <b>25</b> and <b>29</b> may be substantially oval in shape, though any shape is contemplated. One or more hooks <b>90</b> may be located along the third, fourth, fifth, and/or sixth vertical members <b>26</b>, <b>27</b>, <b>25</b>, and <b>29</b>. Indeed, any number of hooks <b>90</b> are contemplated at any number of locations on the exercise machine <b>10</b>. The hooks <b>90</b> may be configured to hold various accessories for use with the exercise machine <b>10</b>, such as but not limited to, weights, handles, gripping devices, and the like.

0074A distal portion <b>13</b>A of the first base member <b>13</b> may extend inwardly. A distal portion <b>14</b>A of the second base member <b>14</b>, may also extend inwardly. In exemplary embodiments, the distal portions <b>13</b>A and <b>14</b>A of the first and second base members <b>13</b> and <b>14</b> may extend towards one another. This arrangement may increase the stability of the exercise machine <b>10</b>.

0075An upper cover <b>23</b> may extend between the first and second upper brackets <b>28</b> and <b>30</b>. In exemplary embodiments, the upper cover <b>23</b> may extend proximal relative to the upper member <b>22</b>, but distal to the exercise bar <b>62</b>. The upper cover <b>23</b> may be curved such that it is bowed towards the exercise bar <b>62</b>, though such is not required. The first and second upper brackets <b>28</b> and <b>30</b> may be rounded to provide an aesthetically appeasing shape. The shroud <b>60</b> may comprise rounded corners.

0076<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>13</b></figref> is a right-side view of the exercise machine of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. <b>11</b></figref>. A sixth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>g </i>may be located between the fourth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>d </i>and the fifth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>e</i>. In exemplary embodiments, the sixth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>g </i>may be located along the first base member <b>13</b>. The sixth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>g </i>may permit the third cable <b>75</b> to extend a distance horizontally along the third base member <b>13</b> before extending vertically. In this way, the third cable <b>75</b> may extend substantially parallel to the first base member <b>13</b> between the fifth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>e </i>and the sixth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>g</i>. The third cable <b>75</b> may then extend substantially perpendicular to the first base member <b>13</b> from the sixth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>g </i>and the fourth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>d. </i>

0077A seventh functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>h </i>may be located between the third functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>c </i>and the fourth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>d</i>. In exemplary embodiments, the seventh functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>h </i>may be located along the first base member <b>13</b>. The seventh functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>h </i>may permit the third cable <b>75</b> to extend a distance horizontally along the third base member <b>13</b> before extending vertically. In this way, the third cable <b>75</b> may extend substantially parallel to the first base member <b>13</b> between the third functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>c </i>and the seventh functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>h</i>. The third cable <b>75</b> may then extend substantially perpendicular to the first base member <b>13</b> from the seventh functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>h </i>and the fourth functional device pulley <b>77</b><i>d. </i>

0078The addition of the sixth and seventh functional device pulleys <b>77</b><i>g </i>and <b>77</b><i>h </i>may eliminate the need for the third cable <b>75</b> to extend at a non-perpendicular angle relative to the first base member <b>13</b>. This may permit the third cable <b>75</b> to be better hidden, which may decrease the likelihood that a user would inadvertently contact the third cable <b>75</b>. A similar or equivalent arrangement may be located on the opposite side of the exercise machine <b>10</b>.

0079Any embodiment of the present invention may include any of the optional or preferred features of the other embodiments of the present invention. The exemplary embodiments herein disclosed are not intended to be exhaustive or to unnecessarily limit the scope of the invention. The exemplary embodiments were chosen and described in order to explain the principles of the present invention so that others skilled in the art may practice the invention. Having shown and described exemplary embodiments of the present invention, those skilled in the art will realize that many variations and modifications may be made to the described invention. Many of those variations and modifications will provide the same result and fall within the spirit of the claimed invention. It is the intention, therefore, to limit the invention only as indicated by the scope of the claims.